Nikon S5100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S5100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was unveiled 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the S5100 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S5100 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged S5100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.